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Just wanted to give you a big THANK YOU!! I used this video tutorial and your other video to make a set of 27” and a set of 24” long floating shelves. I used a 2”x10”x12ft douglas fir green lumber from Lowe’s (the usual stuff they sell on the floor). The pocket screw idea worked amazing well. The 2”x10” shelves do not have any wobble/movement/sagging. Solid. I used the 3-1/8” GRK screws you rec from Amazon. Appreciate you very much. Got to stain the shelves the colors we wanted and saved hundreds of dollars since solid floating shelves are very pricey online and doesn’t always come in the color you want. You saved me big $$$!!!
Did you also follow his advice about not drilling all the through "so the screws will hold the weight of the wood without cracking"? I only ask because what's that mean exactly, like the drill hole is 1/2" from coming through the end, 3/4" or 1" just curious thinking about trying it myself.
@@geico1975 yes don’t drill all the way through. If you use the pocket hole jig tool, it will prevent you from drilling all the way through anyway. The pocket hole jig tool has a stopper that prevents you from drilling all the way through so just be sure to use that.
I've been using pocket holes for the past 30 years and never thought of using it for this purpose. Job well done. will use this in the near future. Thanx
Thanks for the video, I'm getting ready to give this a shot. I'm a 30 year retired Paramedic; reading a 12 lead ECG, working a multi-patient scene, no big deal. This.......this induces stress, lol!!! Your video helps tremendously!
LOVE this video, made my own today and they did turn out great but a little wobbly. Used the same screws you did but the only difference is I used 3/4” thick wood instead of 2”. Still functional and great for what I need them for but curious if me decreasing the thickness of the board is what contributed to the less strong hold as my German Shepard couldn’t even stand on mine without it falling out of the wall. Again, perfect video and perfect tutorial. Thank you so much!
And all this time I've avoided doing floating shelves because I had to buy the right metal rods for support and ensure they align with the wood stock...wow. Thank you for showing such a more efficient way of making these.
Don't do this. Get the rods. Once the wood drys and shrinks, those screws will get loose and it will sag. Also that corner edge can break away, especially with the pocket holes on top. Plus pocket holes should only be used when used at BOTH END OR SIDES to keep boards/shelves from twisting. This is a bad idea.
Nice Job and a Great Idea !!! But im an Old Guy i Still Use a Horizontal Ledger, and Gussets That would Hold 500 LBs maybe More !! Your way is a Very Decorative Look !!! and it Does Look Very Nice !!! iv been Making Sawdust for over 65 Years Now !!! i Even Helped out Building of the Ark !!!
I am so excited. This is the best video I have seen and I have looked at a dozen. We are going to make a fireplace mantle using this technique. It won’t be holding more than 20 lbs. I am going to distress it and stain it black. I will post it when I am done. Thanks for using normal tools.
Thank you for giving me an idea of keeping my CD player and two small speakers on the wall. As my apartment is quite small now I know how to place the CD player on the wall. Thanks again.
It worked well and now I'm enjoying the rock music from the CDs and my wife is going crazy of the sound. Anyway, once again thank you so much for the advice.
People on Reddit are very against pocket holes for floating shelves. I mean.. I get it, pocket holes probably were not intended for this type of application, but your stress test and long term update are really convincing me that this is the right approach. The naysayers dont have anything other to say than -- it just won't hold up.. with no real evidence like what you've presented. Argh, I'm so conflicted. Thanks for the video though, what to do what to do 😁
nice！m looking for a solution for my router and other things, kids always want to reach them, then found this one, I'll give it a try, and it seems nice! Update, I did one for my router, and it looks great. I just bought a new Kreg jig and the drill that comes with the kit has a length indication, so you don't have to make a guess which is good for me(new to the woodwork and no sense for length ). Hand saw a 2 by 10, 8 ft long and cut a straight-line was a challenge, and I would make an investment for an electronic saw and sanding tool later if I have more woodwork. But, your method, still, I think is one of the best for beginners like me, not too many fancy tools, but get the job done nice and easy! thanks a lot! looking forward to learning more from you!
Thats awesome! I feel like i could maybe build something too ive use a circular saw and cut all the pieces but didnt exactly know what I should make . I like the floating shelves they are great looking low profile clean lines nice!
I found this to work great with2x8s 2x10 max 2x12s will sag for 2x12 s rod is best to use . Also I learned if the shelf doesn’t look level is because the wall not level itself. Nothing a few shims couldn’t couldn’t fix in my house To hide shims under . Nice 1/2 inch corner round molding around the shelf took care of that .thanks for vid
I attempted this with 2x10 and all my shelves sagged even though I screwed into 4 studs. I had to add L brackets below the shelves and drilled them into the studs. Once I did that there was no more sagging or wobbliness. The method in the video probably works best with smaller wood boards like 2x4, 2x6 and 1x4, 1x6. Great video overall.
What screws did you use? I used the same ones he used and my 2”x10” shelves worked out awesome. My shelves were only 24” and 27” long though. But they still worked out well using this method.
@@karllazlo6237 oh shoot lol 8ft? Yeah don’t think four screws would do it, especially if the piece was solid wood. Glad you figured it out though. I think his pieces were only abt 5 ft long so 8ft is def pushing it. For anyone doing shelves fairly short in length (5ft under) this method seems to work well.
Thanks so much for this! I tried doing it but my walls are so hard to drill- Could I pre-drill the wall in a way that would fit the pocket hole angle? thanks!
Two questions...first, how do you take them down later? You cant drill out the plugs are you risk destroying the scrrw head. And, second, any issues with the boards warping over time?
Oh man brilliant and saves SO MUCH TIME!!! Thinking to drill the screws on the bottom instead of on top..then no need to hide the holes...btw what drill guiding tool was that?
Thanks! Didn't know that would hold 100+ pounds. When using pocket holes you should try to use screws that have a flat head (not your typical wood screw that has a wedged). The flat head will sit better in the pocket hole.
Wondering if flipping the board, so that the screw goes in from below, would comprise the weight limit? 🤔 💭 Any thoughts? I’d like to hide the pocket-holes/dowel-covers by having them be underneath rather that above.
@@Nailedityt oh really? Does it cause it to sag on the side furthest from the wall? That’s where I could picture the imbalances being, due to the angle of the screw going in.
Hi, I am using 2X8 board, 36 inch length and drilling into 2 studs. The board is sagging and wobbly. Used the same screws you recommended. Any tips on how to solve this?
New subscriber here and have zero knowledge on these stuff. May I know how you were able to drill the screw on the concrete wall without using toks? Did you perhaps just pushed hard with the hand drill?
My home is 13 years old, apparently in some of the walls, the studs are 22-24 inches apart. I’m using 2x6x4 piece. Do you think 3 screws will be enough?
If you made the same pocket holes on the underside of the board and installed more screws directly below where the first screws are screwed jnto, wouldn’t that make it super sturdy?
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What wood did you use??
too many fancy tools crap video!
Finally! Something that is easy, straightforward, minimum effort and tools. This is what I call a DIY project for the average bloke! Thanks.
life saver. most diy floating shelves found on youtube were very complicated. this is very simple and does not required many tools
Thank you! I hope if you end up installing them and they turn out well for you! I appreciate your comment
Just wanted to give you a big THANK YOU!! I used this video tutorial and your other video to make a set of 27” and a set of 24” long floating shelves. I used a 2”x10”x12ft douglas fir green lumber from Lowe’s (the usual stuff they sell on the floor). The pocket screw idea worked amazing well. The 2”x10” shelves do not have any wobble/movement/sagging. Solid. I used the 3-1/8” GRK screws you rec from Amazon. Appreciate you very much. Got to stain the shelves the colors we wanted and saved hundreds of dollars since solid floating shelves are very pricey online and doesn’t always come in the color you want. You saved me big $$$!!!
Did you also follow his advice about not drilling all the through "so the screws will hold the weight of the wood without cracking"? I only ask because what's that mean exactly, like the drill hole is 1/2" from coming through the end, 3/4" or 1" just curious thinking about trying it myself.
@@geico1975 yes don’t drill all the way through. If you use the pocket hole jig tool, it will prevent you from drilling all the way through anyway. The pocket hole jig tool has a stopper that prevents you from drilling all the way through so just be sure to use that.
I've been using pocket holes for the past 30 years and never thought of using it for this purpose. Job well done. will use this in the near future. Thanx
That’s awesome! Glad I could show you something new! Thanks!
Thanks for the video, I'm getting ready to give this a shot. I'm a 30 year retired Paramedic; reading a 12 lead ECG, working a multi-patient scene, no big deal. This.......this induces stress, lol!!! Your video helps tremendously!
I’m so excited😃finally I found a tutorial for a floating shelf that I can install myself.🤩🎉 winner winner! This guy is amazing
LOVE this video, made my own today and they did turn out great but a little wobbly. Used the same screws you did but the only difference is I used 3/4” thick wood instead of 2”. Still functional and great for what I need them for but curious if me decreasing the thickness of the board is what contributed to the less strong hold as my German Shepard couldn’t even stand on mine without it falling out of the wall. Again, perfect video and perfect tutorial. Thank you so much!
And all this time I've avoided doing floating shelves because I had to buy the right metal rods for support and ensure they align with the wood stock...wow. Thank you for showing such a more efficient way of making these.
Anytime! Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed!
@@Nailedityt .. .
Don't do this. Get the rods. Once the wood drys and shrinks, those screws will get loose and it will sag. Also that corner edge can break away, especially with the pocket holes on top. Plus pocket holes should only be used when used at BOTH END OR SIDES to keep boards/shelves from twisting. This is a bad idea.
What a fine job with less efforts. Thank you
That’s for watching!
Best video I have seen for floating shelves , simple easy no fuss clear and precise 👍👍👍👍👍
Simple and effective, the weight test was a nice touch.
Thanks! I appreciate it!
Nice Job and a Great Idea !!! But im an Old Guy i Still Use a Horizontal Ledger, and Gussets That would Hold 500 LBs maybe More !! Your way is a Very Decorative Look !!! and it Does Look Very Nice !!! iv been Making Sawdust for over 65 Years Now !!! i Even Helped out Building of the Ark !!!
@@rogerhegemier8491what do you call to havw holes in the wall tomake it stable
We just put up a 8 foot floating shelf this way and it’s great. So easy and very reasonable. Thanks for sharing.
Awesome! Glad it turned out! Thanks for the comment!
Hi, Blake jolly good show. Simple explanations and demonstrations. No unnecessary gabbling and hand gesturing. Well done old boy.
Haha thank you very very much!
I am so excited. This is the best video I have seen and I have looked at a dozen. We are going to make a fireplace mantle using this technique. It won’t be holding more than 20 lbs. I am going to distress it and stain it black. I will post it when I am done. Thanks for using normal tools.
That sounds awesome! I’m glad the video helped! Good luck on your project and let me know how it turns out! I’ll be excited to hear about it!
Thanks, that looks so easy and that's exactly how I'm going to do it!❤😂❤😂
Thank you for giving me an idea of keeping my CD player and two small speakers on the wall. As my apartment is quite small now I know how to place the CD player on the wall. Thanks again.
No problem! That’s a great idea! Hope it works out well and let me know how it turns out! Thanks for watching!
It worked well and now I'm enjoying the rock music from the CDs and my wife is going crazy of the sound. Anyway, once again thank you so much for the advice.
Awesome! Glad it worked out! Thanks for the update! I love hearing about everyone’s projects!
People on Reddit are very against pocket holes for floating shelves. I mean.. I get it, pocket holes probably were not intended for this type of application, but your stress test and long term update are really convincing me that this is the right approach. The naysayers dont have anything other to say than -- it just won't hold up.. with no real evidence like what you've presented. Argh, I'm so conflicted. Thanks for the video though, what to do what to do 😁
Well I mean the worst that can happen is you don’t like them and just take them down! Up to you!
nice！m looking for a solution for my router and other things, kids always want to reach them, then found this one, I'll give it a try, and it seems nice!
Update, I did one for my router, and it looks great. I just bought a new Kreg jig and the drill that comes with the kit has a length indication, so you don't have to make a guess which is good for me(new to the woodwork and no sense for length ). Hand saw a 2 by 10, 8 ft long and cut a straight-line was a challenge, and I would make an investment for an electronic saw and sanding tool later if I have more woodwork. But, your method, still, I think is one of the best for beginners like me, not too many fancy tools, but get the job done nice and easy! thanks a lot! looking forward to learning more from you!
WOWWWW!!! SOOO EASY !!! Best idea iv seen,,thanks 4 videos!!!
Thats awesome! I feel like i could maybe build something too ive use a circular saw and cut all the pieces but didnt exactly know what I should make . I like the floating shelves they are great looking low profile clean lines nice!
I understand this guy... I also ask my wife what kind of wood stain every time...
Smart choice
Hey thanks. Nice way to put shelves on the wall . I like your work.👍😘
Thank you! That means a lot! 😊
I love the simplicity of installing these shelves. Thanks a bunch.
No problem! I’m glad you enjoyed!
I found this to work great with2x8s 2x10 max 2x12s will sag for 2x12 s rod is best to use . Also I learned if the shelf doesn’t look level is because the wall not level itself. Nothing a few shims couldn’t couldn’t fix in my house To hide shims under . Nice 1/2 inch corner round molding around the shelf took care of that .thanks for vid
Wow sounds like you did your research great job! Glad it turned out and thanks for the comment! I love hearing about peoples builds!
I was wondering about 2x12, so thank you for this comment!
Thanks I was looking for something like that for my TV 📺
Impressive, especially that it uses simple tools that one could get easily. Keep sharing more shelves for kitchen and bathroom 💪
I had no idea that the shelf would support that much weight. Good demo!
Looks like that actually could work I already have a pocket jig ,going to try it ,and definitely more strength with screws on top
It was about to break! Also next time, do the screw pockets on the down side, THAT‘s gonna hold better
First time I ever saw a Craigjig Nice Work👍👍
Thank you!
Such a neat job. Thanks for sharing and good luck with your future projects.
Soo much easier than the other ones I’ve seen.. thanks for simplifying it..
Amazing #you are hard working# plz made this video for our motivation
You're the best and simple 👍
Simple and easy used❤
Finally some doable DIY. I really like the use of the classic hand saw 👍
Greetings from the Pacific Islands 😃😃
Thanks for watching! Crazy that videos will go every where! 😊
I attempted this with 2x10 and all my shelves sagged even though I screwed into 4 studs. I had to add L brackets below the shelves and drilled them into the studs. Once I did that there was no more sagging or wobbliness. The method in the video probably works best with smaller wood boards like 2x4, 2x6 and 1x4, 1x6. Great video overall.
That was helpful, thanks.
What screws did you use? I used the same ones he used and my 2”x10” shelves worked out awesome. My shelves were only 24” and 27” long though. But they still worked out well using this method.
@@idliketosay my shelves were 8 ft long and I used those golden yellowish deck screws that come with the special bit in the box. I used the 4" kind.
@@karllazlo6237 oh shoot lol 8ft? Yeah don’t think four screws would do it, especially if the piece was solid wood. Glad you figured it out though. I think his pieces were only abt 5 ft long so 8ft is def pushing it. For anyone doing shelves fairly short in length (5ft under) this method seems to work well.
@@karllazlo6237I used GRK screws and it holds up really well. I don’t think those deck screws are designed to hold as much weight as GRK screws
*Good stuff! Thanks!* 👍
Simple and beautiful ❤💖💝👍
Very good idea👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰
This is just brilliant, thanks!
Awesome video!
Seems pretty easy to do. Think I will try this in my garage
Yeah it’s really not to difficult and the look pretty nice! Go for it!
i bet running a router on the edges would make this look even cleaner. great job and thanks for the tutorial!!
Absolutely! That is still one of the tools I need to get! Thank you so much! I’m glad you liked it!
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Thanks so much for this! I tried doing it but my walls are so hard to drill- Could I pre-drill the wall in a way that would fit the pocket hole angle? thanks!
Nice Job Blake! I was looking for a quicker way to make floating shelves! Saved me so much time and money !!
Well done.
Perfect guide
Great Job! I have many of those screws in my Garage but never thought of using them that way. Thanks for posting.
Thanks I appreciate! Yeah they are awesome screws and work great for these shelves!
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Nice thanks i got nice idea i salute you
Thank you!
Awesome job like the way you explain in detail
Two questions...first, how do you take them down later? You cant drill out the plugs are you risk destroying the scrrw head. And, second, any issues with the boards warping over time?
Omg thank you!!! I’ve been trying to find a floating shelf solution that didn’t require me to build a 3” thick hollow shelf lol.
Awesome! I’m glad you came across the video! If you end up doing it, let me know how it turns out! I would love to hear about it!
Wow, you made this look very easy. Gonna have to try this out for my first project. Cheers 🤙
Cheers to you! Good luck on the project! Let me know how it turns out!
Nice sharing
Thank you!
Definitely the easiest way to make a floating shelf
I like that video ❤
Nice work 👍👍
good video
This is one smooth tutorial. Thanks for sharing Blake!
Thank you! I appreciate it! Glad it helped!
Great and easy
I am surprised with the strength of this shelf
Welldone
Thank you!!
Oh man brilliant and saves SO MUCH TIME!!! Thinking to drill the screws on the bottom instead of on top..then no need to hide the holes...btw what drill guiding tool was that?
Check out this video! It will answer those questions!
Answering Your Floating Shelf Questions
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Very nice and so good idea👍💡👏
Thank you!
Thanks! Didn't know that would hold 100+ pounds.
When using pocket holes you should try to use screws that have a flat head (not your typical wood screw that has a wedged). The flat head will sit better in the pocket hole.
I agree, I just didn’t know of a screw that was that thick and that long! If you find one let me know, I would be interested in trying it!
Super sir
Thank you!
Wondering if flipping the board, so that the screw goes in from below, would comprise the weight limit? 🤔 💭
Any thoughts?
I’d like to hide the pocket-holes/dowel-covers by having them be underneath rather that above.
I would too! But sadly the shelf would not be level, I tried before I made this video! Great thinking though!
@@Nailedityt oh really? Does it cause it to sag on the side furthest from the wall?
That’s where I could picture the imbalances being, due to the angle of the screw going in.
Yes that’s correct! It sags by a few inches, it’s just the way the pocket hole works!
@Nailed it thanks for that!!! Wasn't aware of the inner physics if u drill lfrom the bottom
@Nailed it thanks for that!!! Wasn't aware of the inner physics if u drill lfrom the bottom
Nice job
Simple and easy thanks
Thanks for watching! Glad you liked it!
Thank you so much.
Using your link to buy.
Thank you for your support! Glad it helped!
Great effin job sir. Im a mechanic trying to learn to be the handy man at home for the wife and fill her shelf needs lmao
Lol thanks and good luck! Because if these turn out good she’ll want more!
Great job! Why not secure the screws from the underside (Hidden) and not dowel them in. Easy to remove shelf if necessary .
Hi, I am using 2X8 board, 36 inch length and drilling into 2 studs. The board is sagging and wobbly. Used the same screws you recommended. Any tips on how to solve this?
Wow thx great video thx for this blessing 🙌 😳
Great work I like it that's for the tip
good insight cool video
That’s perfection. Thank you!
Genius ...buddy thank you thank you thank you
Thank you!!
I will also try to do it since long back I was thinking of getting shelves done
Yeah you should! Let me know how it turns out and if you have any questions!
I am so exited, thanks a lot of your ideas and your information
No problem! Let me know how they turn out!
Thank you for the video. Also, what is the attachment for your power drill called?
You can get the filler pegs from Kreg to fill the holes
Good explanation, thank you 😗✌🏻
No problem! Glad I could help! Thanks for the comment!
Cool vid, calm voice. Subbed.
Thank you! I appreciate it!
Good job👍👍
Thank you! I appreciate it!
This is just amazing! Thanks for sharing !!
Thanks for watching!
New subscriber here and have zero knowledge on these stuff. May I know how you were able to drill the screw on the concrete wall without using toks? Did you perhaps just pushed hard with the hand drill?
Cloth shop ke liye yah furniture successful hai kya
Nice tutorial 👍
Thank you and thanks for watching!
My home is 13 years old, apparently in some of the walls, the studs are 22-24 inches apart. I’m using 2x6x4 piece. Do you think 3 screws will be enough?
great process EXCEPT when you need to remove.
Very nice 👍
Thank you!
Great video... The shelf looks plenty strong... Do you think it would work with standard wood screws?
So simple!!!!!! I love it!
Thank you!
Question how were you so positive not to hit a wire over the switch ? I’m afraid of doing much around outlets or light switches in case I hit a wire
If you made the same pocket holes on the underside of the board and installed more screws directly below where the first screws are screwed jnto, wouldn’t that make it super sturdy?
This IS AWESOME !!!! THANK YOU
You are very welcome! I’m glad you enjoyed!
Awesome, this is very helpful, keep it up
Thanks I appreciate it!